Number: 98-912
Title: Senate Rules and Practices on Committee, Subcommittee, and Chairmanship Assignment Limitations as of November 4, 2000
Authors: Judy Schneider, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: Senate Rule XXV and party practice limit the number and types of committee and subcommittee assignments a Member may hold. The rule sets the size of each committee, and Senate tradition dictates that, in most instances, party ratios in committee reflect the overall party ratio in the chamber. Both parties use member seniority, state represented, and ideology as factors influencing committee assignments. This report explains limitations and exceptions under Rule XXV.
Pages: 12
Date: November 4, 2000